Camp Scully is seeking a few good counselors

He has been a camp counselor at the diocesan-sponsored Camp Scully on Snyder's Lake in North Greenbush. This year, he returns as the camp's director.

He encourages young adults looking for summer employment to consider becoming a camp counselor. "It can be a fun job," he said.

Back again

"There are quite a few returning counselors," he said.

During the season, June 24-August 14, approximately 500 children will attend Camp Scully for one-week camp sessions. They will participate in swimming, hiking, boating, arts and crafts, a rope course, archery, and peer socialization.

Operated by Catholic Charities of Albany and Rensselaer counties, the camp is on 22 acres of land with ten cabins, chapel, infirmary, dining hall, picnic and activities pavilion, playing fields, and waterfront. Camp Scully is accredited by the American Camping Association and is licensed by New York State.

Mixed group

Camp Scully is still looking for counselors as well as a health director, aquatics director and an operations director. Mr. MacKellar said that different types of people have held these positions, but they share one quality: They all enjoy working with children.

"We're looking for people who really like working with kids, have lots of energy and enjoy the outdoors," he said.

While working at a summer camp can be a fun experience, Mr. MacKellar said it involves hard work. Counselors must participate in all activities and are on call 24 hours a day.

Despite the long hours, Mr. MacKellar said working at Camp Scully can be a great summer job. "You work hard. There's long hours, but it's very rewarding," he said.

(Counselors receive a salary as well as room and board for the duration of the camp period. They have at least one hour off daily and time off in the evenings after the campers have gone to bed. For information on Camp Scully or summer employment, call 426-3511.)

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